blink-182 and Gym Class Heroes Fans Receive Exclusive, Behind-the-Scenes Access From AT&T U-verse
DALLAS, Nov. 15, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Music fans can get exclusive access to two popular bands across AT&T* screens. AT&T U-verse® will deliver a multi-screen experience for fans of Gym Class Heroes and blink-182, giving them access to performance and behind-the-scenes video whether it be on their TV, computer or smartphone.
blink-182
-- U-verse customers will have access to exclusive concert footage from
blink-182's October 7 Las Vegas concert, as well as an in-depth look at
life on the road with the band, filmed by our own "Rockumentarian,"
across three screens. AT&T sent Mike Millette, the winner from our
national search for aspiring filmmakers, journalists and multimedia
storytellers, on the road with blink-182 to bring you closer than ever
to the band.
-- Fans with U-verse TV can also watch the bands' favorite movies On Demand
for purchase, and access additional content via On Demand, U-verse
Mobile or online at http://www.att.net/blink-182.
-- The multi-screen content follows AT&T's partnership with blink-182 to
launch the band's new single "Up All Night" this past August and
"Neighborhoods," the band's sixth studio album which has already sold
more than 200,000 copies.
"AT&T is helping us bring the music to the fans, when and where they want it," said Julie Hovsepian, marketing director for Interscope Records. "With AT&T's support, we're able to deliver the most in-depth access and experience for our fans."
Gym Class Heroes
-- The live concert video and interviews from Gym Class Heroes were
captured during the final stop on the free, youth summer concert series,
AT&T 'Music For You.'
-- U-verse customers have exclusive access to this footage from the free
concert, which also includes a live performance of their #1 hit "Stereo
Hearts," filmed in Dallas at the Granada Theater, offering scenes from
backstage before and after the show. Available On Demand, online at http://www.att.net/gymclassheroes and on U-verse Mobile.
Gym Class Heroes' new album "The Papercut Chronicles II" was released today through Decaydance/Fueled By Ramen. The album features the hit, "Stereo Hearts (feat. Adam Levine)," which is #1 at top 40 radio for the third week in a row.
AT&T has a unique set of integrated services and networks that make it easy for an audience of millions to enjoy and follow their favorite musicians across devices. The U-verse content builds on AT&T's ongoing effort to strengthen ties with the youth market and music fans, providing closer, faster and exclusive access to today's entertainment industry.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
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Geographic and service restrictions apply to AT&T U-verse. Call or go to http://www.att.com/uverse to see if you qualify.
AT&T U-verse TV: Residential customers only. Prices, programming and offers subject to change without notice. A one-time TV Service Activation Fee of $36 applies. U-verse Mobile: Access to select content requires compatible device, qualifying U-verse TV plan or monthly subscription fee, and WiFi connection and/or cellular data connection. Available content may vary by device and/or U-verse TV subscription and is subject to change. Data charges may apply. On Demand and U-verse Movies: Customer responsible for applicable On Demand and/or U-verse Movie charges.
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